pbWho are we? /b At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. /p h3Job Description /h3 pAt Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. /p pWe are currently seeking a Sr Manager Project Transitions to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy! Additional locations considered: Nové Město, Slovakia; Rugvica, Croatia; Cluj, Romania. /p h3What kind of work will you be doing? /h3 h3Make-to-Buy Transitions (Outsourcing) /h3 ul liLead the operational execution of make-to-buy transfers, from supplier qualification through production ramp-up and internal line decommissioning /li liDevelop detailed transition plans including timelines, risk mitigation, inventory build strategies, and customer communication /li liCoordinate with Procurement, Quality, Engineering, and Plant teams to ensure seamless handover to external suppliers /li liManage dual-source periods and establish clear go/no-go criteria for full cutover /li liTrack and report financial realization vs. business case assumptions /li /ul h3Buy-to-Make Transitions (Insourcing) /h3 ul liManage insourcing projects end-to-end: equipment specification, facility preparation, process validation, workforce training, and production ramp-up /li liDevelop capacity models and resource plans to support internal manufacturing readiness /li liCoordinate with Manufacturing Engineering on process development, tooling, and automation requirements /li liEnsure regulatory and quality system compliance for newly insourced products/processes /li /ul h3Large-Scale Footprint Projects /h3 ul liLead complex footprint projects including production line transfers between sites, capacity expansions, site consolidations, and new facility stand-ups /li liDevelop and manage integrated project plans with clear milestones, dependencies,



and critical path management /li liManage CapEx execution within approved budgets and timelines /li liCoordinate cross-functional workstreams (facilities, engineering, HR, IT, quality, supply chain) to deliver on schedule /li liEnsure business continuity and customer supply protection throughout transitions /li /ul h3Acquisition Integration (Operations) /h3 ul liServe as the Operations integration project manager for acquired businesses /li liDevelop and execute 100-day integration plans covering manufacturing, quality systems, supply chain, IT, and workforce integration /li liLead synergy capture tracking — ensuring committed operational synergies are realized on schedule /li liManage cultural integration and change management at acquired sites /li liEstablish standard operating procedures and align acquired operations to company standards /li /ul h3Project Governance Reporting /h3 ul liMaintain a consolidated portfolio view of all active transitions and projects /li liEstablish and run project governance cadences (steering committees, milestone reviews, risk escalations) /liliProvide regular status reporting to the Senior Director, EMEA Operations Strategy and VP Operations /li liDevelop and maintain standardized project management methodologies, templates, and playbooks for repeatable transitions /li liCapture lessons learned and continuously improve transition execution capability /li /ul h3What will make you successful? /h3 h3Required /h3 ul liBachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field /li li10+ years of experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 5 years managing complex cross-functional projects /li liProven track record of delivering make/buy transitions or production transfers in a multi-site manufacturing environment /li liStrong project management skills — formal PMP or Prince2 certification preferred /li liExperience managing CapEx projects ($1M–$20M+ range) /li liExcellent stakeholder management skills — ability to influence without authority across functions and sites /li liStrong analytical skills including timeline/resource planning, risk management,



and financial tracking /li liComfortable operating in ambiguity and managing multiple concurrent projects /li liFluency in English; additional European languages a strong plus /li liWillingness to travel up to 50% across EMEA /li /ul h3Preferred /h3 ul liExperience in post-merger integration from an operations perspective /li liBackground in industrial manufacturing, medical devices, or engineered products /li liLean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt minimum, Black Belt preferred) /li liExperience with ERP system migrations and IT/OT integration during transitions /li liFamiliarity with regulatory requirements for manufacturing transfers (e.g., FDA, MDR, ISO 13485) /li /ul pThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. /p h3OUR CORE PRINCIPALS /h3 ul liSafety /li liIntegrity /li liRespect /li liTeamwork /li liDiversity Inclusion /li /ul h3OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES /h3 ul liCustomer Focus /li liOperational Excellence /li liHigh-Performance Culture /li liInnovation /li liFinancial Strength /li /ul h3OUR BEHAVIORS /h3 ul liOwn It /li liAct With Urgency /li liFoster a Customer-First Mindset /li liThink Big and Execute /li liLead by Example /li liDrive Continuous Improvement /li liLearn and Seek Out Development /li /ul pThe anticipated salary range for this role in Piove di Sacco, (PD) is between 65.000€ to 85.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities. /p pThe applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria. /p pVertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Sr Manager Project Transitions (Piove di Sacco)
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